Mustique Island Information

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Tiny Mustique, just three miles wide and one mile long, is about as peaceful as Caribbean islands get. While Mustique is one of the 'Grenadines' of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, it is actually administered separately by a private company whose mandate it is to protect the environment and the tranquil nature of Mustique. This isn't the island for nightlife, shopping, or fine dining. Visitors go to Mustique to relax and unwind in idyllic surroundings so picturesque, in fact, that Mustique has long attracted the likes of royalty, rock stars, and business tycoons looking to get away from it all. Those who own or have owned private luxury villas here, nearly the only accommodation available on Mustique, include Mick Jagger, the late Princess Margaret, Paul Newman, and Tommy Hilfiger. On Mustique, you might just share a drink with the rich and famous, as celebrities, sailors, and sun-seekers intermingle on Mustique effortlessly, soothed by the calming effect of this island paradise.

Currency on Mustique: The official currency of St. Vincent and the Grenadines is the Eastern Caribbean dollar (EC$), but most places will accept US dollars.

Mustique Passport requirements: Entry requirements vary for each destination, it is your responsibility to verify you have the correct documents prior to travel. July 1, 2005 a valid passport is required for travel to Mustique. January 1, 2006 a valid passport is required for travel to all the Caribbean and Mexico.

Driving on Mustique: Officially, driving on St. Vincent and in the Grenadines is on the left, but it is unlikely that you'll do much driving around in a car on Mustique.

Voltage on Mustique: Mustique operates on 220 volts, as in Europe.

Mustique Time: Mustique falls within Atlantic Standard Time, one hour ahead of the east coast, but does not observe Daylight Savings Time.

Language on Mustique: Residents of Mustique speak English.

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The history of Mustique island closely resembles that of the other islands in the Caribbean. First inhabited by Arawak and Carib Indians, Mustique island was eventually discovered by Europeans (in the case of Mustique island - the British) who valued the area's natural sugar resources. The British protected their claim on Mustique island against the French especially by constructing guarded forts, three of which can still be seen today. After being overtaken by a larger source of cane sugar elsewhere, Mustique island underwent an overall demise. In 1835, the British divided Mustique island into two new plantations, which were eventually merged under one local family as a cotton, pea, and corn farm.

Private ownership of Mustique island began in 1958, when the entire island was purchased by Colin Tennant. Mustique island flourished under this new arrangement, producing new crops of fruits and vegetables for export and growing in population. The Mustique Company was formed in 1968 to govern the now expanding Mustique island, both to encourage tourism and to ensure that the island remained peaceful and only marginally developed. Infrastructure for the small local population of Mustique island grew alongside new villas and a small airport. This inviting combination has resulted today in a Mustique island that is both tranquil and friendly…a more than ideal hideaway for any hassled city-dweller.

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